SSC JE Age Limit 2026 — Check Your Eligibility by Category
The SSC Junior Engineer (JE) (2026) sets the age limit at 18–32 years for General category candidates, calculated as on 1 January 2026. Reserved categories receive relaxation: OBC candidates get 35 years, SC/ST candidates 37 years, and PwD candidates 42 years upper limit.
Category-Wise Age Limits
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | 18 years | 32 years | - |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 years | 35 years | +3 yrs |
| SC / ST | 18 years | 37 years | +5 yrs |
| PwD (Persons with Disabilities) | 18 years | 42 years | +10 yrs |
| Ex-Servicemen | 18 years | 37 years | +5 yrs |
Eligible Date of Birth (DOB) Range for SSC JE 2026
To qualify for the 2026 cycle, your birth date must fall within the dates specified below for your category (calculated as of the age count date: 1 January 2026).
General / EWS (Unreserved) 18-32 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 January 1994 to 1 January 2008
(Both dates inclusive)
OBC Category (3 Year Relaxation) 18-35 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 January 1991 to 1 January 2008
(Both dates inclusive)
SC / ST Category (5 Year Relaxation) 18-37 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 January 1989 to 1 January 2008
(Both dates inclusive)
PwD Category (10 Year Relaxation) 18-42 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 January 1984 to 1 January 2008
(Both dates inclusive)
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Check Your Eligibility →Detailed Age Limit Information
📋 Age Criteria
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age (General): 32 years
- Age Calculation Date: 1 January 2026
- Conducting Body: Staff Selection Commission
🎯 Attempts Limit
- General: No limit
- OBC: No limit
- SC/ST: No limit
Age Relaxation Rules
Standard Relaxations
- OBC (NCL): 3 years relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 years relaxation
- PwD: 10 years relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 years after service
Important Notes
- • Relaxations are applied on the upper age limit only
- • Minimum age remains same for all categories
- • Cumulative relaxations apply for eligible candidates
- • Always verify with official notification
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the age limit for SSC JE 2026?
A: The SSC JE 2026 age limit is 18-32 years for General category candidates, calculated as on 1st January 2026. The upper age limit varies by department (30-32 years).
Q: What is the SSC JE age limit for OBC candidates?
A: OBC candidates get 3 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 35 years for SSC JE 2026.
Q: What is the SSC JE age limit for SC/ST candidates?
A: SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 37 years for SSC JE 2026.
Q: What is the SSC JE attempt limit?
A: There is no attempt limit for SSC JE examination. Candidates can appear as many times as they wish till the upper age limit.
Q: What is the SSC JE age limit for general category?
A: The SSC JE age limit for General category is 18-32 years as on 1st January 2026. Some departments may have a lower upper limit of 30 years.
Q: What is the SSC JE 2026 age count date?
A: The SSC JE 2026 age count date is 1st January 2026 (01-01-2026). Your age as on this date determines your eligibility.
Q: What is the age relaxation for PwD in SSC JE?
A: PwD candidates get 10 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 42 years for SSC JE 2026.
Q: What is the minimum age for SSC JE?
A: The minimum age for SSC JE is 18 years as on 1st January 2026.
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Try the Age Calculator →Age limits are based on the 2026 official notification released by Staff Selection Commission. Last verified: 2026-01-15. Always check the official notification at Staff Selection Commission website